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Rickleton Wood

Wood, Forest in Durham

England

Rickleton Wood

Beneath Chartershaugh Bridge The bridge carries the A182 Washington Highway across the River Wear.
Beneath Chartershaugh Bridge Credit: David Robinson

Rickleton Wood is a charming woodland located in Durham, England. The wood covers an area of approximately 15 acres and is nestled within the beautiful landscape of the North East countryside. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, walkers, and families seeking a peaceful retreat.

The wood is predominantly made up of native tree species such as oak, birch, and beech. These majestic trees provide a stunning canopy that filters the sunlight, creating a tranquil and shaded environment. The woodland floor is adorned with a variety of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to its natural beauty.

Rickleton Wood is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including birds, mammals, and insects. Visitors may be lucky enough to spot species such as woodpeckers, deer, and squirrels as they explore the wood's well-marked trails. The wood also features a small pond, which attracts a variety of aquatic creatures, including frogs and newts.

The wood is well-maintained and offers a network of footpaths and bridleways, making it accessible to walkers of all abilities. There are picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the wood, providing the perfect opportunity for visitors to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Rickleton Wood is open to the public year-round and is free to access. It is located within close proximity to residential areas, making it easily accessible by foot or car. The wood offers a wonderful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and provides a haven for those seeking a connection with nature.

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Beneath Chartershaugh Bridge The bridge carries the A182 Washington Highway across the River Wear.
Beneath Chartershaugh Bridge
The bridge carries the A182 Washington Highway across the River Wear.
Chartershaugh Bridge The bridge carries the A182 Washington Highway across the River Wear.
Chartershaugh Bridge
The bridge carries the A182 Washington Highway across the River Wear.
River Wear from the New Bridge, Lambton Park
River Wear from the New Bridge, Lambton Park
Weardale Way in a Green Tunnel beside the A182 A 77 mile route following the River Wear from the sea at the Lindesfarne Memorial, Sunderland to the headwaters in the east Pennines, keeping as close as is possible to the river. It visits Lumley Castle, Durham (where the Castle and Cathedral forms a World Heritage Site), Bishop Auckland and Stanhope. After Stanhope the Way makes a northward loop to Rookhope to take in part of a tributary, Rookhope Burn.
Weardale Way in a Green Tunnel beside the A182
A 77 mile route following the River Wear from the sea at the Lindesfarne Memorial, Sunderland to the headwaters in the east Pennines, keeping as close as is possible to the river. It visits Lumley Castle, Durham (where the Castle and Cathedral forms a World Heritage Site), Bishop Auckland and Stanhope. After Stanhope the Way makes a northward loop to Rookhope to take in part of a tributary, Rookhope Burn.
Weardale Way approaching Chartershaugh Bridge The bridge carries the A182 over the River Wear
Weardale Way approaching Chartershaugh Bridge
The bridge carries the A182 over the River Wear
Approaching Chartershaugh Bridge Built in 1975 to carry the A182 dual carriageway over the River Wear <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bridgesonthetyne.co.uk/charters.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bridgesonthetyne.co.uk/charters.html">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>. Named after a nearby mining settlement - originally 'Chaytor’s Haugh'. Chaytor were a prominent mine-owning family, and 'haugh' an area of flat riverside land <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.sunderlandecho.com/heritage-and-retro/heritage/the-stories-behind-washingtons-many-place-names-with-areas-called-after-scotland-and-mrs-uncle-sam-3140225" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.sunderlandecho.com/heritage-and-retro/heritage/the-stories-behind-washingtons-many-place-names-with-areas-called-after-scotland-and-mrs-uncle-sam-3140225">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.
Approaching Chartershaugh Bridge
Built in 1975 to carry the A182 dual carriageway over the River Wear LinkExternal link. Named after a nearby mining settlement - originally 'Chaytor’s Haugh'. Chaytor were a prominent mine-owning family, and 'haugh' an area of flat riverside land LinkExternal link.
Tree-lined path on the south bank of the Wear Just down the steps from the Station Rd. bridge looking west (hence the setting sun in the way).
Tree-lined path on the south bank of the Wear
Just down the steps from the Station Rd. bridge looking west (hence the setting sun in the way).
St Robert of Newminster RC School The only Catholic secondary school in Washington. It is a mixed school and also has a sixth form.
St Robert of Newminster RC School
The only Catholic secondary school in Washington. It is a mixed school and also has a sixth form.
No Entry signs bar entry to the Lambton Estate Rather incongruously stuck on the outskirts of Washington is the estate (and castle!) of Lord Lambton. Although bits have been sold off over the years, it still occupies an area of around 3 km2. Here at the Eastern end the road leads into the estate but No Entry signs bar the way.
No Entry signs bar entry to the Lambton Estate
Rather incongruously stuck on the outskirts of Washington is the estate (and castle!) of Lord Lambton. Although bits have been sold off over the years, it still occupies an area of around 3 km2. Here at the Eastern end the road leads into the estate but No Entry signs bar the way.
Bridge over the River Wear The dual carriageway running North-South through Washington (the Washington Highway) crosses the River Wear here. Constructed in the 1970s.
Bridge over the River Wear
The dual carriageway running North-South through Washington (the Washington Highway) crosses the River Wear here. Constructed in the 1970s.
Old car wheels dumped by the River Wear Much effort goes into improving the environment in this area. But the fly tippers continue ...
Old car wheels dumped by the River Wear
Much effort goes into improving the environment in this area. But the fly tippers continue ...
Cattle in a field on Lord Lambton's Estate
Cattle in a field on Lord Lambton's Estate
St. George's Church
St. George's Church
Rowan avenue
Rowan avenue
Fatfield Bridge at Night over the River Wear.
Fatfield Bridge at Night over the River Wear.
West Bridge Street
West Bridge Street
The River Wear at West Bridge Street
The River Wear at West Bridge Street
The Gardens at West Bridge Street
The Gardens at West Bridge Street
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Rickleton Wood is located at Grid Ref: NZ2953 (Lat: 54.872212, Lng: -1.544671)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham

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